Palamau
Palamau is a village located in Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mohkhed (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Palamau village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palamau unique in its vibrant Mohkhed-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Palamau’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palamau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palamau is 495112. The village spans a total geographical area of 512.01 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Palamau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Palamau
Population of Palamau
According to the 2011 Census, Palamau has a total population of about 1,226, with approximately 614 males and 612 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 389. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.48%, with male literacy at about 69.54% and female literacy near 55.39%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palamau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,226 | 614 | 612 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 96 | 85 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 198 | 191 |
Literate Population | 766 | 427 | 339 |
Illiterate Population | 460 | 187 | 273 |
Connectivity of Palamau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palamau. As per the 2011 stats, Palamau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palamau
Knowing the nearby villages of Palamau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palamau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palamau
- Where is Palamau located?
- Palamau village is situated in Mohkhed Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palamau?
- Palamau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palamau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palamau is 1,226, with 614 males and 612 females.
- How many households are there in Palamau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palamau village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palamau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palamau is 62.48%. The male literacy rate is 69.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.39%.